Synopsis
Bogdan (12 years old) lives in the Maramuresch region in the north of Romania in the village called Eichental. The boy has been carving large and small pieces of wood in his father's workshop for three years. Oak wood is the material and chisels and mallets are the tools he uses to carve artistic objects. His father Petru teaches him all the tricks of the trade.
Bogdan does not want to miss his family, the village and all the traditions of the area. Being a devout believer and giving gifts to the priest of the Romanian Orthodox Church is still part of everyday life here. In the summer, Bogdan therefore decided to carve an altar cross out of oak wood for the priest. His cousin Raluca comes to his aid with his plan. Together they draw a sketch from which Bogdan can carve the cross.
